Dine at Hacienda AltaGracia
A soulful expression of Costa Rican culinary rituals
Sustainability rooted in countryside and custom
Inspired by the seasons and incredible flora and fauna of the region, dining at Hacienda AltaGracia is an experience of indigenous Costa Rican life that stimulates the explorer in each of us. A deep connection with the land will allow you to experience many techniques that maximize sustainability, such as pickling, fermenting, aging, dehydrating - creating a culinary tour of the region that will excite the senses.
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Grano
A pure, soulful expression of Costa Rican ingredients and Latin American culinary rituals, Grano is the chef’s laboratory. Warm, inviting and rustic in style, the dishes served tell a story – of a place, traditions, ingredients. Influenced by cuisine throughout Central America, the menu hosts a rich palette of flavors with great variety and ever-changing food and beverage journeys.
Inspired Dining Venues
Picoteo
Served poolside, this effortless cuisine is fresh, appealing, and meant to be shared by the entire family. Punctuated by the occasional dinner, Picoteo's menu is inspired by the cuisine and ethos of food as adventure and wellbeing that is signature to Hacienda AltaGracia.
Mercado
The heart of the resort, this multi-function crossroads will keep you nourished and refreshed throughout the day. Offering easy access to snacks and beverages, coffee and pastries, the all-day continental-style menu utilizes local ingredients and is a welcoming space for curious minds.
Las Brisas
Offering a rotating menu that includes items from Picoteo and classic poolside favorites, the food at Las Brisas is perfect for enjoying a leisurely afternoon. The palapa bar serves beer, wine, and simple, fresh fruit juice-driven, aperitif-style cocktails for chaise lounge imbibing.
Cienfuegos
Defined by sensational get-togethers, Cienfuegos recreates some of the best elements of Costa Rican culture. Inspired by BBQ and rodeo, this lively dinner experience spotlights a simple land and sea menu cooked over a dried coconut husk-based fire. Served with an array of accompaniments, including small salads, vegetables, fermented items from the larder, plus grains and beans, the cuisine takes inspiration from Korean BBQ.
El Cultivo
The chef's garden at AltaGracia is a key component of overall life. Connecting with the land, which provides produce and herbs, creates a deeper understanding and appreciation of food and its provenance. Private dinners can be enjoyed within El Cultivo – or select your morning fruit from the stand to be custom-served to you at the Mercado. Medicinal plant classes and foraging expeditions maximize the garden's offering.
Culinary Adventures
Engage with our cuisine both onsite and off, via the experiential dining that accompanies our adventure program.
Coffee Tour & Tasting
Courtesy of 7,000 coffee plants, Hacienda AltaGracia is effectively a working coffee plantation, and there is much to discover within our grounds and our rural community. In collaboration with Los Jilgueros, a local coffee cooperative in our neighboring village of Cedral, we harvest and roast the beans from our own coffee trees, serving the coffee to our guests. Guests may also visit Los Jilgueros to learn more about the process.
Don Nery's Trapiche & Farm
Visit the neighbouring farm of Don Nery and his wife Doña Yamilette, where you'll receive an immersive education on the local way of life. From extracting sugar cane to mastering the technique of homemade tortillas, a trip to Don Nery's never disappoints.
Traditional Costa Rican Kitchen
Immerse in Costa Rican cuisine and tradition with a cooking class developed from recipes passed down by generations and the fresh produce of El Cultivo, our organic garden, located at the heart of our resort.
